Ashurst Lake
In addition to fishing and board sailing, the lake offers excellent opportunities for birdwatching during the spring waterfowl migration. For a special treat look for white-faced ibises grazing in the shallows along with the cinnamon teal, pintails and other ducks. Bald eagles and osprey can also be seen in the area, along with a number of species of hawks and songbirds. A graveled road to the lake and graveled road that surrounds most of the lake provides convenient access for most passenger vehicles and bicycles.
Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 25 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 28 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
25 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Fits, ft | Shade | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | 28 | None | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 02 | 28 | None | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 03 | 28 | None | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 04 | 28 | None | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 05 | 28 | None | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 06 | 28 | None | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 07 | 28 | None | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 08 | 28 | None | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 09 | 28 | None | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
| 10 | 28 | None | No / No | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Temporarily closed |
| Season | early May to Oct 11 |
| Forest | Coconino National Forest Recreation |
| Booking | Ashurst Sites 12-25 and Forked Pine 1-14 reservable on Recreation.gov. 15 sites at both Forked Pine and Ashurst Lake Campgrounds are available for reservation. 10 sites are first come, first served. |
| Fees | Camping: $24 per night, up to eight people with one vehicle. 10 sites are first come-first serve. Second vehicle per night: $10 additional. Picnic/day use (10 a.m to 4 p.m.): $8 up to 5 people. |
| Rules | Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. (running generators not permitted during quiet hours) |
Weather by month
Getting there
| Coordinates | 35.0195° N, 111.4085° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- PrescribedNewman Piles Rx
14 mi from the campground · 751 acres
- PrescribedNewman 2 Piles Rx
14 mi from the campground · 723 acres
- PrescribedWalker Hill 2 Piles Rx
29 mi from the campground · 356 acres
- PrescribedWalker Hill Piles Rx
31 mi from the campground · 725 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 17.3 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 17.6 mi |
| RV sales & service | Little Dealer Little Prices ↗ | 59.5 mi |
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Ashurst Lake Campground - Coconino National Forest, AZ
Worth a stop
- 6.2 mi
- 11.8 mi
Trails nearby
- 3.1 miPinegrove Connector0.6 mi trail
- 3.2 miPinegrove Interpretive Loop1.1 mi trail
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Coconino National Forest.
- inCoconino National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 2,000,952 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Ashurst Lake?
For some sites. Some sites take reservations on Recreation.gov. Others are first-come, first-served.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Ashurst Lake?
Camping: $24 per night, up to eight people with one vehicle. 10 sites are first come-first serve. Second vehicle per night: $10 additional.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Ashurst Lake?
Check-in 02:00 PM, checkout 11:00 AM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Ashurst Lake open right now?
Temporarily closed as of Oct 16, 2026. Season early May to Oct 11.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Ashurst Lake have?
25 sites, including 25 standard sites without power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I bring an RV to Ashurst Lake?
Ashurst Lake is listed for tents only.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Ashurst Lake?
Yes, pets are allowed at Ashurst Lake. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Ashurst Lake?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one. Quiet hours: 10 p.m.
Source: Fire nearby
What if Ashurst Lake is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Forked Pine Campground (0.6 mi, partly first-come), Pinegrove (3.2 mi, partly first-come), and Lakeview Campground (5.8 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby